The Subway, Zion National Park

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The Subway, Zion National Park

The Subway portion of the Left Fork of North Creek, Zion National Park, Utah. 

We are visiting some wonderful areas during this two month trip, but the one place I have been looking forward to over all others was the Subway in Zion.  What a fascinating place! 

It is interesting, I didn’t notice the leaves in the pool moving, but I guess the 30 second exposure was enough time to capture even minor movement.Read More

Angel’s Landing Trail, Zion National Park

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Angel’s Landing Trail, Zion National Park

Angel’s Landing Trail, Zion National Park, Utah.

When you first see the giant 1,500′ tall monolith of Angel’s Landing from the shuttle bus, you would think there is no way anyone except the most experienced rock climbers could stand on top.  It is hard to fathom the fact that there is a regular park service maintained trail to the top!  Now it isn’t exactly like any old trail, in fact they warn you on the bus that portions of the trail near the top are only 3 feet wide, with a 1,200′  vertical drop on one side, and an 800′ vertical drop on the other, with a chain railing down the middle!Read More

Court of the Patriarchs by Moon-light

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Court of the Patriarchs

Court of the Patriarchs, Zion National Park, Utah.

This was last night under the full moon.  Man it was bright!  We were even making shadows. 

This was a 30 second exposure, I was surprised by how much color and detail the digital camera was able to capture.  Fun night of photography after a great hike to Angel’s Landing, but more on that tomorrow.